Plans, designs and presents nutrition classes following the Health & Nutrition Ontario Curriculum Educates students on topics including meal planning, understanding health claims, debunking fad diets, food marketing, holistic nutrition and addressing specific nutrition needs of a teenagerIndependently creates interactive PowerPoint presentations and activities based on the Ontario curriculum guidelines

Although I enjoy working with clients of all ages, my true passion lies in clinical pediatric nutrition. As a pediatric dietitian in KidcrewTM, I connect with my mini clients to develop nutrition plans and coordinates treatment with the interdisciplinary team to ensure a healthy childhood development.

There is often times a disconnect when it comes to living a healthy lifestyle; we know what’s good for our bodies, but we don’t always act accordingly. I aim to mend the gap between knowing and doing, by catering to each individual's unique circumstances. Whether it is managing gastrointestinal health, weight management, or developing a healthy relationship with food, I offer a variety of services and packages designed to meet your needs. Full range of nutrition services include:- Gastrointestinal Health- Pediatric Nutrition- Weight Management- Medical Nutrition Therapy for disease management- Pre/Post natal Nutrition- Disordered Eating- Mindful Eating Coaching- Nutrition Education Seminars for K-12- Corporate Health Fairs

I am contracted through NDC Nutrition at Work to provide corporate nutrition counseling. I coach clients in weight loss, pre/post natal nutrition, GI health and mindful eating.

Clinical Rotation: Lifebridge Health, DaVita Dialysis• Successfully completed rotations in cardiovascular disease, diabetes, oncology, GI disease, renal disease, pulmonary disease, critical care, nutrition support, pediatrics/NICU, LTC and malnutrition including the NFPE.• Conducted independent nutrition assessments including nutrition diagnosis, risk level, planning Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) intervention, establishing goals and monitoring patient progress using evidenced based practice, critical thinking and standardized nutrition terminology. • Developed nutrition goals and calculated recommendations for adults and children requiring enteral and parenteral nutrition support. • Provided education for heart healthy, diabetic, renal, fluid restricted and high/low-fiber diets.Foodservice Rotation: Sinai Hospital of Baltimore, Camp Agudah Toronto• Successfully completed rotations in foodservice management, financial management, menu planning, procurement, production, distribution, facility planning and safety. • Developed an 8 week menu for a summer camp and a special 1 week menu for the hospital cafeteria considering nutrition content, budget, time, equipment, staffing, quantity and quality. • Demonstrated exceptional interpersonal skills through communication with support personnel, staff coaching and disciplinary action. Community and Research Rotations: Rebecca Bitzer & Associates• Successfully completed rotations in eating disorder treatment, GI diseases, food sensitivity meal planning, school education, research, and billing and coding. • Acquired excellent communication and interpersonal skills through participation in client consultations and interactions.• Planned, developed and presented a nutrition class focused on healthy eating habits and balanced meal planning.• Researched and wrote reports on intermittent fasting, the prevalence of eating disorders within nutrition students, and the effect of food order on blood glucose levels.

• Coordinate the General Studies department on an administrative level for over 300 students • Develop oral and written communication skills through correspondence and collaboration with educational professionals • Create and deliver nutrition education classes for preschool students• Research curriculum guidelines and compile teachers’ resources using advanced technology• Acquire skills on behavioral management and child discipline

• Research Medical Nutrition Therapy (MNT) guidelines and educational tools for patients with eating disorders • Plan and develop nutritionally appropriate bulimic and anorexic patient menus• Acquire counseling techniques and leadership skills by participating in patient nutrition education classes directed by a Registered Dietitian (RD)• Collaborate with staff RDs to establish dietary guidelines and creative program brochures

• Triage patients by taking weight and blood pressure measurements• Assist research coordinator with gestational diabetes patient assessments and files• Organize and prepare patient medical files, noting abnormal lab values

• Participate in formal training and certification in hospital’s Senior Feeding Program• Feed patients with varying infirmities and nutritional needs, including texture, temperature and quality assessments• Socialize with elderly patients to create a relaxed atmosphere during meal time

• Oversee overall safety of food preparation, including employee safe food handling, monitor holding temperatures and review food safety inspection report• Participate in tray line preparation and assess food quality prior to service